2000 AC Aceca vs. 1953 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1953 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1953 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 19 L |
